Swimming Pool Ideas and Designs
Do new indoor or outdoor swimming pools increase the value of homes?
Outdoor or indoor swimming pools can significantly impact property value by attracting buyers with bigger budgets who are looking for a little luxury in their home. However, installing a large swimming pool could also negatively impact the value of your house if there isn’t enough space left in your garden for anything else. This is why it is important to seek guidance from a swimming pool installer or expert, and choose a swimming pool installation that can fit tastefully in your garden. If you are planning to sell your home, you may also want to look into the range of large inflatable, above ground swimming pools now available so that you can take it with you when you leave.
What type of swimming pool should I install?
The British weather can be unpredictable at best, so while an infinity pool or luxurious outdoor pool may be a stunning addition to a holiday villa abroad, it may be a good idea to look into small plunge pools, heated pools and indoor swimming pool designs instead. This doesn’t mean you will have to compromise on style – even natural swimming pools, which can look stunning when well placed in leafy and luscious gardens, are heatable and therefore usable in slightly colder months.
If you don’t quite have the space for a large swimming pool, there are plenty of small swimming pool ideas and designs to work with, and if you speak to an expert they may be able to design bespoke swimming pools to fit perfectly in the space you have. Simple plunge pools are great additions to courtyard gardens or other quiet outdoor spots where you want a quick, refreshing dip, but don’t want the space to be dominated by a large pool. A plunge pool will have to be very carefully planned out, however, as you need the right drainage and safety features, so you can’t just throw one in wherever you have space. Speak to a professional who has experience installing plunge pools beforehand.
Of course, with nice garden hot tubs you may not be able swim lengths but you will be able to relax in your garden no matter the weather as you look up at the stars. If you are on a budget there are also affordable inflatable hot tubs that could work in your garden. And, just like inflatable pools, the extra advantage is that they will be able to come with you if you move!
What material should I use for spas or hot tubs?
For a hot tub to survive the changing seasons it is important to choose a material that will be durable. Cedar or other wooden hot tubs can look attractive, but will be harder to maintain. The most popular material is often vinyl for its affordability and versatility but this material is also less likely to last. To get the best bang for your buck, we would recommend opting for a concrete or a fibreglass hot tub or spa, which would provide you with a sturdy solution. In addition, metal above ground hot tubs can be a durable option. To finish off the design of your hot tub we would also recommend that you build a wooden platform around it or take a look at our canopies and gazebos for some privacy.
Browse the swimming pools, plunge pools and hot tub photos from professional designers and installers and save your favourites to an ideabook. You can then contact the professionals that worked on any of these swimming pool designs to see if they can create something similar for your house project.
Whether you want inspiration for planning a swimming pool renovation or are building a designer swimming pool from scratch, Houzz has 280,687 images from the best designers, decorators, and architects in the country, including Emma_mostafaa and Stephen Graver. Look through swimming pool photos in different colours and styles and when you find a swimming pool design that inspires you, save it to an Ideabook or contact the Pro who made it happen to see what kind of design ideas they have for your home. Explore the beautiful swimming pool ideas photo gallery and find out exactly why Houzz is the best experience for home renovation and design.
Charcoal mosaic tiles give a beautiful turquoise colour to the water with flamed granite steps and coping stones and limestone paving on terrace
Design ideas for a contemporary rectangular swimming pool in London.
Flamed Granite pool coping stones and steps - payton_mincey
This is an example of a large nautical back rectangular swimming pool in Sussex with decking and a pool house.
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary swimming pool in London.
Inspiration for a rural indoor swimming pool in Channel Islands.
hot tub should be entirely separate from pool - patricia_fields17
This is an example of a contemporary swimming pool in Gloucestershire.
External windows. Embedded Jacuzzi - fraser_macdonald22
Alison Hammond
Design ideas for a rustic indoor rectangular swimming pool in London with a hot tub.
This appears to be a very good use of space. Not only is the beam ceiling a nice detail in the room, but it also really complements the woodland environment outside and the cross panelling on the windows. The arrangement of the large pool and hottub is also really nice because though they are separated in elevation, they are still connected which would be useful with groups of people. - erin_gallagher124
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This stunning Edwardian house in West Sussex, set in 18 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens went through extensive renovation and remodelling. This included two new wings, incorporating both guests suites and the addition of a spa. Interior Matters was involved from the start working with the architect and owners to transform the internal spaces and create a finish that was in keeping with it’s grandeur.
The Cottage was refurbished for use as a guest house and The Stable block was converted creating rooms for snooker and games, a bar and gymnasium.
indoor outdoor - tanaaz_souza
Our existing clients asked if we could look at renovating their existing pool area.
Within six months we had refurbished the pool, relayed the patio, designed and built a new pool house and even added an outdoor shower.
Come grey skies or blue, this space is now able to be enjoyed all year around!
The Old Garden, London (UK) Pool by Quinlan & Francis Terry Architects
Traditional rectangular swimming pool in London.
Surround by nature, what a lovely setting for a dip! - janantaylor
Tom Warry Photography
Design ideas for a contemporary back swimming pool in Channel Islands with decking.
like the large amount of water around the patio - jill_mcmaster
Design ideas for a contemporary roof swimming pool in London.
The LED glow under the steps is fantastic - geoff_newman
photos by Rob Karosis
Architecture by TMS Architects
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GATE OFF WHOLE AREA - ton1newman
Chris Snook
Contemporary indoor swimming pool in London.
Well designed user friendly and classy - dasilvaamr
Sea view infinity pool on a cliff.
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary rectangular infinity swimming pool in London.
David James
Contemporary swimming pool in Dorset.
like the trees beyond yonder for privacy - jayhi50
Renovation of the existing 600m2 grade 2 listed detached house set within 30 acres, with the addition of a new 100m2 wing that contains a family room/kitchen on the upper level and a lower level indoor swimming pool complex.
The Grade 2 listed coach house was converted into residential accommodation.
Jonathan Little
Design ideas for an expansive contemporary indoor rectangular swimming pool in Berkshire with a hot tub and natural stone paving.
Good design - emma_mostafaa
Country swimming pool in Surrey.
Planting, gazebo and pool area - mcbalston